3 stars

Pavilion Hotel

513 Crescent Avenue, Avalon, CA 90704, United States
Avalon, CA
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9.2
Wonderful
based on 961 reviews
961 reviews
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Nightly total
Standard room
$201
Superior room
$346
Premier room
$392

Overview

The Pavilion Hotel offers an unbeatable location in the heart of Avalon’s main drag, just steps from Avalon Bay beach. Girl’s getaways, celebrating couples, group events, special occasions, and family reunions are all popular at this bay-front hotel.

The central location of The Pavilion makes it a short walk to the quaint island community’s most popular shops and restaurants. The Catalina Island Museum and ferry terminal are five-minute walks, while the landmark Catalina Island Casino and Avalon Theater complex is a nine-minute walk.

Accommodations at the hotel are pleasant and spacious with cheerful décor for an island setting. The bed options in the room include kings or two doubles, and upgrades include private patios with direct access to the tropical courtyard. Standard amenities include mini-fridges, coffeemakers, magnifying mirrors, 37-inch flat screen TVs, DVD players, and iHome docking stations.

Freebies include Wi-Fi, a hot breakfast buffet, luggage transfers from the ferry, and a wine and cheese reception in the hotel’s beautiful tropical courtyard. Other perks at the hotel include priority reservations at the full-service Island Spa Catalina, as well as priority cabana/chaise reservations at the Descanso Beach Club.

The convenient location near most of the island’s attractions coupled with lots of freebies, make The Pavilion a great getaway location for all.

9.2
Wonderful rating
Based on 961 verified guest reviews

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Superior room
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2 double beds
$396
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Standard room
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$201
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Premier room
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$392
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$409
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$478
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King room
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$438
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$562
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1 king bed
$564
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$526
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$538
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$803
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Amenities at Pavilion Hotel

  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Business center
  • Hairdryer
  • Refrigerator
  • Elevator
  • Designated smoking area
  • Storage available

Accessibility and suitability

  • Elevator
  • Designated smoking area

Bathroom

  • Hairdryer

Dining

  • Refrigerator

General

  • Storage available

Services and conveniences

  • Business center

Basics

  • Free Wi-Fi

Reviews of Pavilion Hotel

9.2
Wonderful
961 verified ratings
Wonderful
735
Very good
133
Good
47
Okay
14
Fair
18
Mediocre
9
Poor
5

Summary of reviews

Guests say
Guests appreciated the beautiful location and friendly service, with many highlighting the cleanliness and comfort of the rooms. The hotel offers a serene atmosphere with lovely amenities like a tropical garden and cozy sitting areas. While some guests experienced minor issues, the staff was responsive and accommodating, ensuring a pleasant stay overall.
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Service10 out of 10
Location10 out of 10
Cleanliness9.5 out of 10
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10
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Anonymous, Sep 2019
Pros (+) Tiffany and Michael were excellent and very helpful. All of the staff were very warm and welcoming. The small touches were very nice such as the bed turn down and the care taken with our room.
Cons (-) Better knowledge of events and excursions. Such as better availability to time tables.
10
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Chris, Apr 2019
Pros (+) Loved the wine and cheese tasting.
9.7
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Anonymous, Apr 2016
Pros (+) We loved the breakfast and the happy hour. The bed linens are wonderful. The luggage storage on checkin and out is great.
10
Wonderful
Anonymous, Feb 2016
Pros (+) Just a lovely hotel. Garden was quiet and lovely-made it private even though the hotel was located on the main drag. Loved the breakfast and wine and cheese reception. Very friendly and helpful staff. Very easy to get to.
Cons (-) No complaints
10
Wonderful
Chris, Feb 2016
Pros (+) I love this hotel :) very friendly staff. Very nice and clean ! Love thebreakfast and also the wine and cheese tasting included with stay. :)

Location

513 Crescent Avenue, Avalon, CA 90704

What's nearby

  • Catalina Island Chamber of Commerce and Visitors Bureau61 yd
  • Avalon Pier63 yd
  • Crescent Ave171 yd
  • Dive Catalina173 yd
  • Three Palms Avalon Arcade175 yd
  • Catalina Island Museum290 yd
  • Avalon Theater304 yd
  • Avalon Port348 yd
  • Catalina Casino0.4 mi
  • Catalina Island Casino Ballroom0.4 mi
  • Descanso Beach0.6 mi
  • Catalina Island Golf Course0.7 mi

Policies

Check-in/Check-out

Check in anytime after 4:00 PM, check out anytime before 11:00 AM

Cancellation/prepayment

Cancellation/prepayment policies vary by room type and provider.

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November
August
$281
$493
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Most expensive month to stay with an average 19% rise in price.
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KAYAK's top tips for your stay at Pavilion Hotel

  • If you’re after a cheap room at Pavilion Hotel, then you should consider staying during the low season. The cheapest deals can generally be found in November and September.
  • Prices can also vary depending on which day of the week you stay. For the best room deals at Pavilion Hotel, plan to stay on a Thursday or Tuesday. The most expensive day is usually Friday.
  • The cheapest price a room at Pavilion Hotel was booked for on KAYAK in the last 2 weeks was $296, while the most expensive was $779.
  • How long should you stay at Pavilion Hotel? KAYAK users usually book their rooms here for 1 day.
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FAQs when booking at Pavilion Hotel

  • What special offers can guests book through The Pavilion Hotel?

    For those that will be staying at The Pavilion Hotel with their significant other, book the Romance Package, as it comes with a private picnic lunch and sparkling wine. If you would like to spend your vacation relaxing on the ocean, there is the Boat and Hotel Package, and it allows you to pick a sea activity of your choice. For beautiful views of the island, reserve the Helicopter and Hotel Package, a popular choice that will provide you with a helicopter ride and dinner at the Avalon Grille.

  • Does The Pavilion Hotel offer any interesting tours or excursions for guests?

    To explore some of the many activities and sites on the island, consider booking a tour or excursion through The Pavilion Hotel, such as the Discover the Casino Tour that will teach you about the rich history of this building that dates back to 1929. Guests at the hotel are also welcome to participate in a glass bottom boat voyage, a great activity that will keep the entire family entertained and allow you to see some of the region’s wildlife.

  • Does The Pavilion Hotel offer any meeting or business amenities?

    If you will be hosting a workshop or meeting at The Pavilion Hotel, there are several packages that you can choose from, like the Boat & BBQ team bonding package that costs $169 per participant and includes lunch, 2h of wine, beer, and soda, an event manager, and items such as tables, linens, and chairs. The Half Day Meeting with Boat package is another convenient choice, and it includes a deli lunch and audiovisual equipment such as microphones, projectors, and drop-down screens.

  • What good restaurants can be found near The Pavilion Hotel?

    For delicious seafood, head to the Lobster Trap, a casual restaurant that is known for having late night snacks and that can be reached from The Pavilion Hotel within a 3m walk. To enjoy some tacos and margaritas, there is Maggie's Blue Rose Mexican, a cozy eatery that is a 4m walk from the hotel. If you like fish sandwiches and flame-broiled burgers, there is Coney Island West, a small restaurant that is a 5m walk from the hotel and has a patio that directly overlooks the harbor. A 10m walk from the hotel, the Seaport Bistro is a healthy option that is known for offering vegetarian meals.

  • How can guests flying into Los Angeles International Airport travel to The Pavilion Hotel?

    If you will be flying into Los Angeles International Airport, you will have to drive to either Long Beach, Dana Point, San Pedro, or Newport Beach to take a boat to the island. To arrive at The Pavilion Hotel as quickly as possible, use a ridesharing service to go to the Long Beach boat terminal, which will cost you approximately $30 each way. From the boat terminal, you can then take the Catalina Express ferry which will drop you off directly at Avalon for between $37 to $52 per person, with the price varying depending on the time that you will be traveling. (Prices checked 02/07/19).

  • Where is Pavilion Hotel located?

    Pavilion Hotel is located at 513 Crescent Avenue, 0.2 miles from the center of Avalon. Catalina Island Chamber of Commerce and Visitors Bureau is the closest landmark to Pavilion Hotel.

  • When is check-in time and check-out time at Pavilion Hotel?

    Check-in time is 4:00 PM and check-out time is 11:00 AM at Pavilion Hotel.

  • Does Pavilion Hotel offer free Wi-Fi?

    Yes, Pavilion Hotel offers free Wi-Fi.

  • How far is Pavilion Hotel from the airport?

    Pavilion Hotel is 34.3 miles from Long Beach Municipal. Pavilion Hotel is 35 miles from Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty.

  • How does KAYAK find such great Pavilion Hotel hotel deals?

    KAYAK scours the web for all room deals available at Pavilion Hotel in Avalon and lets you compare them to find the best rate for your stay. Many different travel sites will offer discounts or deals at different times for rooms at Pavilion Hotel and KAYAK will provide you with prices from a huge range of travel sites. That means that you can always find a great deal for Pavilion Hotel.

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9.2
0.2 mi
Long Beach Municipal
34.2 mi

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